Louis Babelay (XIX-XX) - Cats and Turtle





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Oil on panel painting by French artist Louis Babelay (19th century), titled Cats and Turtle, depicting four cats and a small turtle, measuring 23 x 40 cm, 350 g, signed, with a gilded frame and needing restoration.
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The artwork shows signs of old woodworm holes (wood-boring beetles) affecting both the painting surface and the support. The frame also has woodworm holes and some plaster loss. Recommended for restoration or preventive treatment.
A captivating oil on panel painting by renowned French animalier artist Louis Babelay, featuring a lively scene with four cats and a small turtle. A larger tabby cat interacts with three smaller, playful kittens (one ginger, two darker-toned), while a small turtle crawls across the wooden floor. The composition includes a red rug and a potted green plant in the background. The signature of Louis Babelay is prominently displayed. Presented in an ornate gilded frame that complements the vibrant colors. This detailed narrative scene is a significant and desirable example of Babelay's work.
The artwork shows signs of old woodworm holes (wood-boring beetles) affecting both the painting surface and the support. The frame also has woodworm holes and some plaster loss. Recommended for restoration or preventive treatment.
A captivating oil on panel painting by renowned French animalier artist Louis Babelay, featuring a lively scene with four cats and a small turtle. A larger tabby cat interacts with three smaller, playful kittens (one ginger, two darker-toned), while a small turtle crawls across the wooden floor. The composition includes a red rug and a potted green plant in the background. The signature of Louis Babelay is prominently displayed. Presented in an ornate gilded frame that complements the vibrant colors. This detailed narrative scene is a significant and desirable example of Babelay's work.

